Vacuum pouches for butchers, from under 1p a bag
Every size a counter needs, from single steaks to primals. 65 micron clear for boneless cuts, 130 micron for bone-in, gold and parchment for display packs. For chamber machines. Prices ex VAT.
- Under 1p
- Per bag, ex VAT
- 1983
- Making packaging since
- 12pm
- Next-day cut-off
The four boxes most counters run on
These four cover around 80% of what goes over a butcher's counter. Together they come to £126 ex VAT, which clears free delivery.
| Photo | Size | Good for | Box price | Per bag | Add to basket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 160 x 250mm65µ clear · box of 1000 | Single steak, chicken breast, sous vide portion | £16.40 | 1.6p | |
 | 200 x 300mm65µ clear · box of 1000 | The everyday pouch: 500g to 1kg of almost anything | £24.60 | 2.5p | |
 | 250 x 350mm65µ clear · box of 1000 | Beef joint 1.5kg, whole chicken (boneless), cheese 2kg | £35.88 | 3.6p | |
| 300 x 400mm65µ clear · box of 1000 | Large joints 2.5kg to 3kg, whole cheese wheels 3kg | £49.20 | 4.9p | |
 | 210 x 650mm130µ clear · box of 500 | Bone-in cuts of meat, salmon sides | £94.19 | 18.8p | |
 | 200 x 275mm + 25mm gusset80µ clear · box of 1000 | £63.60 | 6.4p |
Pouches for every cut
Steaks, mince and joints
Single steaks go in 160×250mm, 1kg of mince or six sausages in 200×300mm, joints to 1.5kg in 250×350mm and 2.5 to 3kg joints in 300×400mm. For joints, add the thickness to the width plus 10mm, and round up on width.
Bone-in cuts
A bone tip will go through 65 micron film. Wrap the bone end with a bone guard and use the standard pouch, or move to 130 micron, which is twice the thickness and stops most bone tips.
From £94.19 a box, ex VAT
Display packs for the shop
Gold-backed pouches with a clear front and euro hole for bacon and cured meats on a hook, parchment for a rustic look on sausages and pies. 200×275mm gold is the size most farm shops use for 250g of bacon.
From £50.88 a box, ex VAT
Why buy direct from Flexipol
We manufacture our pouches in the UK and sell them to you direct, so there's nobody else's margin in the price.
| Compare | Flexipol | Typical online supplier |
|---|---|---|
| Price per bag | From under 1p a bag, the lowest we found | Higher on every matching size we checked |
| Who you're buying from | The manufacturer | Often a distributor |
| Price per bag shown | On every size | Rarely, so you work it out |
| Clear 65 micron sizes in stock | 36, from 140×170mm to 530×650mm | Often fewer |
| BRC AA certified | Yes | Varies |
| Free sample pack | Yes, test them on your machine | Not always |
Prices compared on 12 October 2026 against UK online suppliers selling the same 65 micron clear sizes. We check again every month.
Questions butchers ask
Which sizes should a butcher's shop start with?
160×250mm, 200×300mm, 250×350mm and 300×400mm. Together they're £126 ex VAT, which clears free delivery, and they cover most of a counter.
What about bone-in cuts?
Use a bone guard with the 65 micron pouch, or switch to our 130 micron pouch for rib of beef and racks. The bone-in guide shows the technique.
How long does vacuum-packed meat last?
The FSA's rules for vacuum-packed chilled food set 10 days at 3 to 8°C, longer only below 3°C or with another control like curing. The shelf life guide has the detail.
Will they work with my machine?
Yes if it's a chamber machine with a lid, such as a Henkelman, Boss or Orved. They won't seal in an edge sealer.
Can I order in bulk?
Online orders go up to £2,000. For pallets or regular orders, contact us for a quote.
Are prices ex VAT?
Yes. VAT is added at checkout. Order by 12pm for next-day delivery.